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DG08 EKX

2008 Volvo S80

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,046 mi
Last recorded172,046 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Volvo S8096,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 EKX
MakeVolvo
ModelS80
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 172,046 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 172,046 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 164,264 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 158,097 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 148,399 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2016 148,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2015 132,532 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 May 2014 118,050 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 118,050 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 110,383 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

management light on

sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2012 101,364 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 77,177 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S80?

Based on 422,980 MOT tests across 31,257 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
7,037
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
31,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,357
position lamp(s) not working 13,908
Registration plate lamp not working 9,544
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,715
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 5,783
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DG08 EKX is a 2008 Volvo S80 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Volvo S80 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 96,918 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo S80 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 EKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S80 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Volvo S80 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG08 EKX registered?

DG08 EKX is a 2008 Volvo S80, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is DG08 EKX safe to buy?

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